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MIKE YAMIN
Have a hankering for pizza? An old favorite returns to Woodbury after an eight-year hiatus. Al's Best Pizza brings back their popular pizzas, pasta, and subs.
BRENDAN O'CONNELL, PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
The artist best known for his iconic paintings of Walmart and Consumer Brand Products exhibits his abstract work in Litchfield County. 
BOB GIUSTI, PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
The Burnham Library in Bridgewater honors a local resident with an exhibition of his superb work. Robert Giusti's successful career as an illustrator and artist reflects a life devoted to art.
Even with freezing temperatures and record amounts of snow, there’s much to do this winter in Litchfield County. From the taste of delicious maple syrup to snow-covered trails, there’s many reasons not to stay inside. Here’s a selection of places and events to savor the winter season.
NICOLE PEREZ AND DEBRA GERMAIN, PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
One of the Northwest Corner's hidden gems, Maison St. Germain is bursting with vintage painted furniture, home decor, art, and clothing. Meet the two women behind it.
JEFF AND SUSIE BERG, PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
New Milford residents Susie and Jeff Berg operate H.A. Dunne & Company—with a collection of photographs from 1880 to 1950—offering a look into the history of NYC.
MIKE YAMIN
A new location for a local favorite means a sunnier space for those who enjoy the tasty breakfast, lunch, and dinner (plus donuts!) at Dottie's Diner in Woodbury.
Dirk and Sam Sabin in the Riverside Amphitheater they designed at the Green Spot in New Milford, where they maintain an office overlooking the East Aspetuck River. Photo by Mike Yamin.
Landscape architects, Dirk and Sam Sabin (a father/son team), say that winter is the time to assess your garden’s form, enjoy its winter beauties, and plan for the soft warm ground of May.
KATE GORHAM, PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
As the owner of The Golden Button in Woodbury, Kate Gorham wants people to take time out of their busy schedules and their chaotic lives, sit down and relax, and have fun while learning.
The guest rooms at The Falls Village Inn are intimate and freshly updated. With classic cocktails and lagers in the Tap Room and hearty American fare in the Eatery, it's no wonder the historic Inn is a popular gathering place for locals and visitors alike.
KATHRYN MCCARVER ROOT, PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
Kathryn McCarver Root, founder and owner of KMR Arts Gallery in Washington, has opened a significant exhibition of photographs by Lisa Elmaleh that create a visual narrative of Appalachia and the Musicians of West Virginia.
The art of giving goes local, with our holiday gift guide featuring the best from area artisans, artists, authors, and craftspeople.
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